In my Silverado, I've run 4ga from my 2nd battery into the cab for my RCI2970N4...and 4ga from the frame to radio for my ground. IIRC it was a ~10ft run from battery to radio and ground is about 6ft. I used a breaker for my fuse on the hot wire.
My radios about to make TH-cam celebrity status being in all these videos lol. I bought the new cord and just got done running 4 gauge wire from the battery to inside the truck. I guess I’ll use some of the smash on battery cable ends and bolt the 4 gauge to the 8 gauge inside the truck. May actually shorten the 8 gauge and keep it 4 as close to the radio as possible. I just gotta come up with an 8 gauge inline fuse from somewhere now.
Great video Rooster! I'm hoping to buy an all the way 955 soon, and maybe a 655 to go with it!!!! If I do I'll definitely be buying some of these cords!!! AWESOME
12 foot would be good length I think. Why not just change the connector on the back of the radio to a 30 Amp Anderson connector. I always wonder why they have stuck with this outdated connector for so many years.
In PR, what we do is put the 8-gauge cable directly to the radio and we change the capacitor... and you'll notice the difference. I leave you a clue..73
I want a 6' cable that would have the three pin plug for the Stryker 955HPC, and on the other end, Anderson Powerpole Connectors for the Astron power supply...in 8 gauge.
Question. Why do you always test them radios or amps beyond the usual 13.8 volts that this equiptments will be operated on? Just curious and thank you sir.
Because the power supplies that I sell along with most other power supplies being sold today run at a minimum of 14.5 volts. Also many vehicles run over 14, 14.5.
13.8 VDC is the industry standard on a service bench but some vehicles produce more voltage. My vehicle puts out 14.2-14.3 VDC on a consistent basis. I’ve seen some vehicles produce 14.5-14.7 VDC. If equipment is tested at 13.8 VDC then it will give a good baseline of what the average vehicle will produce. I’m sure consideration is taken for voltages reaching the radio based on the size of the power wiring. The length, and gauge, of the wiring will have an affect on the voltage the radio receives as well as the RF power output meaning that the radio could possibly be fed with more than 13.8 VDC. Each situation is different, and unique, for RF output based on these conditions. I’m assuming that’s why he tests the equipment beyond the 13.8 VDC you’re witnessing.
Older video, but small question for ya. Do you think there would be a noticeable difference between copper clad aluminum and oxygen free pure copper wires? Just wonderin, cause i have boat loads of 8g cca wire layin around from when i was into car stereo systems. In car stereos with tons of watts... it was noticeable. But does it really matter in cb's.... such as a tuned and peaked stryker 447? Thanks man.
Almost 2v with the original cord should be not acceptable. Also power strips usually have too much voltage drop. Even roll your own with 10 ga would be a lot better than original and even better at more cost is oversize fuse holders available at stereo shops or even Wally World.
My radio and the new cord showed up today and I can attest to the numbers in this video. With stock size cord run all the way to the battery just keying up made the meter fall .5-.6 volts, with 4 gauge cord run inside the truck and the stock cord bolted to it with crimp on battery cable ends it was dropping .3, now with the new 8 gauge cord bolted to the 4 gauge it drops .1 so almost none at all. It drops from .1-.2 when I actually talk into it where it was at least 1 full volt. This is all on am. Anyway the numbers shown in this video are legit and I would recommend anybody with a 655/955 upgrading to this cord. Rooster you can send me another one when I send you my other 955 for the all the way mods. Of course now you know I’ve got this other new toy to play with but I’ll still get around to it soon lol.
If I crimp in 8awg on a 447, will I need to do anything else? Is that really hard on factory 12awg that shoots out the back of the radio our not really. It's just for casual mobile use
To buy one of these power cords: www.roostercb.com/store/p322/CUSTOM_8_Gauge%2C_3ft%2C_Upgraded_Power_Cords.html#/
In my Silverado, I've run 4ga from my 2nd battery into the cab for my RCI2970N4...and 4ga from the frame to radio for my ground. IIRC it was a ~10ft run from battery to radio and ground is about 6ft. I used a breaker for my fuse on the hot wire.
I need one at 12ft. Great work Rooster always enjoy watching your videos since I’m new to this stuff and I have learned alot from you. Thanks
Message me and I'll get you one quoted if you're interested.
And thankyou for the kind words, glad to hear
Great job Rooster I ordered mine 😀 Hillbilly said that Happy 4th of July ✌️
Happy 4th sir. Thanks for your business as always
My radios about to make TH-cam celebrity status being in all these videos lol. I bought the new cord and just got done running 4 gauge wire from the battery to inside the truck. I guess I’ll use some of the smash on battery cable ends and bolt the 4 gauge to the 8 gauge inside the truck. May actually shorten the 8 gauge and keep it 4 as close to the radio as possible. I just gotta come up with an 8 gauge inline fuse from somewhere now.
Great video Rooster! I'm hoping to buy an all the way 955 soon, and maybe a 655 to go with it!!!! If I do I'll definitely be buying some of these cords!!! AWESOME
I am going to make one of these for my 69vhp, get a couple of those for rc to do up they are. nice radios.
They're not made anymore that I'm aware
Received mine today.
IT WORKS GREAT!
I have a regular Stryker 955 and I'm talking skip...
No bs!!!
12 foot would be good length I think.
Why not just change the connector on the back of the radio to a 30 Amp Anderson connector. I always wonder why they have stuck with this outdated connector for so many years.
good job rooster
In PR, what we do is put the 8-gauge cable directly to the radio and we change the capacitor... and you'll notice the difference. I leave you a clue..73
For more power is to change the capacitor internally... in PR we get the best of the best. 73
thanks for the smooth transaction on those 2879c pills. Thanks again rooster
Works with amps too. Big time
I want a 6' cable that would have the three pin plug for the Stryker 955HPC, and on the other end, Anderson Powerpole Connectors for the Astron power supply...in 8 gauge.
Sell them in 6ft but not with Anderson connectors
I would love get one those Sr-955hp they would be great skip talking.
They're in stock!
Question. Why do you always test them radios or amps beyond the usual 13.8 volts that this equiptments will be operated on? Just curious and thank you sir.
Because the power supplies that I sell along with most other power supplies being sold today run at a minimum of 14.5 volts.
Also many vehicles run over 14, 14.5.
13.8 VDC is the industry standard on a service bench but some vehicles produce more voltage. My vehicle puts out 14.2-14.3 VDC on a consistent basis. I’ve seen some vehicles produce 14.5-14.7 VDC. If equipment is tested at 13.8 VDC then it will give a good baseline of what the average vehicle will produce. I’m sure consideration is taken for voltages reaching the radio based on the size of the power wiring. The length, and gauge, of the wiring will have an affect on the voltage the radio receives as well as the RF power output meaning that the radio could possibly be fed with more than 13.8 VDC. Each situation is different, and unique, for RF output based on these conditions. I’m assuming that’s why he tests the equipment beyond the 13.8 VDC you’re witnessing.
@@dereklea1183 true to many people on youtube showing radios at at almost 15v volts when almost all power supply's are sold 13.8 volts
Excellent! Thanks so much
Ok I gotta have that cord too now lol.
Older video, but small question for ya. Do you think there would be a noticeable difference between copper clad aluminum and oxygen free pure copper wires? Just wonderin, cause i have boat loads of 8g cca wire layin around from when i was into car stereo systems. In car stereos with tons of watts... it was noticeable. But does it really matter in cb's.... such as a tuned and peaked stryker 447?
Thanks man.
Almost 2v with the original cord should be not acceptable.
Also power strips usually have too much voltage drop. Even roll your own with 10 ga would be a lot better than original and even better at more cost is oversize fuse holders available at stereo shops or even Wally World.
Yeah good video
Fantastic
Nice power cords.......
My radio and the new cord showed up today and I can attest to the numbers in this video. With stock size cord run all the way to the battery just keying up made the meter fall .5-.6 volts, with 4 gauge cord run inside the truck and the stock cord bolted to it with crimp on battery cable ends it was dropping .3, now with the new 8 gauge cord bolted to the 4 gauge it drops .1 so almost none at all. It drops from .1-.2 when I actually talk into it where it was at least 1 full volt. This is all on am. Anyway the numbers shown in this video are legit and I would recommend anybody with a 655/955 upgrading to this cord. Rooster you can send me another one when I send you my other 955 for the all the way mods. Of course now you know I’ve got this other new toy to play with but I’ll still get around to it soon lol.
Wow, thanks for the great feedback and I'm glad it met or exceeded your expectations. Thanks again for your business! Enjoy your new toys!
Awesome 👍
If I crimp in 8awg on a 447, will I need to do anything else? Is that really hard on factory 12awg that shoots out the back of the radio our not really. It's just for casual mobile use
What's up rooster is Jason haven't talked to you for a while good to hear from you
Good afternoon
What about the internal power connection should that be upgraded as well
@@sailingcomfortablynumb doesn't really matter for such a short run.
You see the difference made in the video
Does these heavy duty cord comes with dual inline fuses?
What does it look like to you?
What would be a good power cord 4 my connex 4600 turbo?
I wonder what 10 gauge wire would do instead of 8 gauge. Think there would be any difference?
I think very little difference unless over 14ft
So I'm curious. You're running these now without a fuse? Or am I missing something? Thanks.
There's no fuse unless you want to add one yourself
OK. What would you recommend? Fuse or no fuse? I'm interested in a 3 foot.
@@brotherdxer I don't run one on my own stuff, just my preference
Thanks for the info! I appreciate your videos very much!!
Did you get the actual plug from Stryker?
What sort of silly question is that
My bad Have a good one
That’s was a 59 dollar mistake
@@ShaneKA5GSS 👌👌🤷
HOW MUCH IS IT I NEED A 3FT FOR MY 655 NEED 8 GAUGE
They're on my website. roostercb.com
How do I get the up grade power cable
roostercb.com
Would it work with quad. top gun?
Yes
Oh yeah it's in a big truck
🤔🤔🤔🤔🤔🤔🤔 If its "CUSTOM" wouldn't that mean ................................................................NVM. Maybe it's just Me.
Custom in this case meaning you can't go to your local truck stop and buy one
Why can't you guys just use your normal talking voice to test ? Or better yet a measured test tone ?
Just sayin'..........
AUHHHHHHDIOOWWWWW!
Why don't you start your own business and run it how you see fit? Maybe don't watch if you don't like what I do?